Karavanks Must-Sees
The Karavanks range, spanning the border of Slovenia and Austria, is defined by limestone peaks, medieval fortifications, and glacial lakes. This selection highlights the highest summit, Stol, alongside the well-preserved Celje and Velenje castles. Natural attractions include the karst formations of Hell Cave and the Obir dripstone caves, while the region's cultural heritage is showcased at the Liznjek Farm and the Podzemlje Pece mining museum. Recreation options range from the Logar Valley ski slopes to the unique Green Gold beer fountain.
A Celje Castle
Celje Castle, also known as Celje Upper Castle or Old Castle, is a castle ruin in Celje, Slovenia, formerly the seat of the Counts of Celje.
B Lake Faak
Lake Faak is a lake in the Austrian state of Carinthia. With an area of approximately 2.2 km2, it is the state's fifth-largest lake.
C Hell Cave
Hell Cave is a karst cave in the settlement of Zalog pri Šempetru in Slovenia.
D I. Martuljški slap
The first of two waterfalls in the Martuljek forest, dropping 29 meters over a vertical wall. It is accessible via a marked forest trail starting from Gozd Martuljek.
Letališče Slovenske Konjice (Loče)
A small grass-runway airfield used for sports aviation, skydiving, and panoramic flights over the Savinja Valley.
F Green gold - Beer fountain
Located in Žalec, this outdoor fountain allows visitors to sample various local beers brewed with Savinja Valley hops using a specialized microchipped glass.
G Strandbad Krainz
A lakeside bathing area on the Klopeiner See, featuring a sunbathing lawn, wooden piers, and swimming facilities.
H Aichwaldsee
Aichwaldsee is a lake of Carinthia, Austria.
I Nature Reserve Zelenci
A sub-alpine wetland and source of the Sava Dolinka River. It features a deep emerald-green lake fed by underground springs and a wooden observation walkway.
Panoramacamping
A campsite offering pitches for tents and caravans with views of the Karavanks and proximity to the Klopeiner See.
Louis Mega Shop Villach
A specialized retail outlet in Villach offering a wide range of motorcycle clothing, helmets, and technical accessories.
Agencija Julijana
A tourist office in Kranjska Gora providing local guides, equipment rentals, and information on hiking and cycling routes in the Julian Alps.
M Podzemlje Pece - Turistični rudnik in muzej
A former lead and zinc mine turned into a museum. Visitors can explore the tunnels by train, bike, or kayak through flooded shafts.
Gasthaus Zum Paule (Kleinberger)
A traditional Carinthian guesthouse near Lake Faak, known for serving regional Austrian cuisine in a rustic setting.
O Burgruine Finkenstein
Finkenstein Castle is a ruined medieval castle in the market town of Finkenstein, in the Austrian state of Carinthia.
P Burgruine Federaun
Burgruine Federaun is a castle in Carinthia, Austria.
Q Burgruine Straßfried
Burgruine Straßfried is a castle in Carinthia, Austria. It is located next to the Austrian–Italian border by Arnoldstein in Carinthia.
R Burgruine Rosegg
Ruins of a 12th-century hilltop castle overlooking the Drava River. It was a strategic fortification before falling into disrepair in the 19th century.
S Celje Cathedral
Celje Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral dedicated to the Prophet Daniel in Celje, Slovenia.
T Kamen Castle
An impressive ruin situated on the foot-hills of the mighty Slovenian Alps. A great sight surely worth visiting.
U Celje
A nice town set in beautiful lush countryside full of parks and with nearby mountains.
V Planšarsko jezero
An artificial heart-shaped lake in Jezersko, created to commemorate a former glacial lake. It serves as a starting point for several alpine hiking trails.
W Schloss Rosegg
Schloss Rosegg is a castle in Rosegg, Carinthia, Austria. Schloss Rosegg is 478 metres above sea level.
Atrio
A large shopping center in Villach located near the borders of Austria, Italy, and Slovenia, featuring over 90 shops and restaurants.
Stari grad Traberg
Ruins of a medieval castle on a hill above Dravograd, dating back to the 12th century. It offers views over the Drava Valley.
Burgruine Sonegg
Burgruine Sonegg is a castle in Carinthia, Austria.
Schloss Hollenburg
Schloss Hollenburg is a medieval castle near Köttmannsdorf in Carinthia, Austria. It is on a rock of the northern slope of the Drava valley.
Celje Castle
Celje Castle, also known as Celje Upper Castle or Old Castle, is a castle ruin in Celje, Slovenia, formerly the seat of the Counts of Celje.
Velenje Castle
Velenje Castle is a well-preserved castle in Velenje, Slovenia that was owned by the Kunšperk family, followed by their relatives and the…
Bertahütte
An alpine mountain hut at 1,567 meters on the northern slopes of Mt. Kepa, serving as a base for hikers and climbers.
Schloss Ferlach
A 16th-century manor house in Ferlach. It houses the Gaston Glock Museum and exhibitions related to the town's history of gunsmithing.
Schloss Bleiburg
A Renaissance-style castle situated on a hill above Bleiburg. It is privately owned and known for its cultural events and the nearby Werner Berg Museum.
Schloß Neudenstein
A 14th-century castle perched on a rocky outcrop above the Völkermarkt reservoir, featuring Gothic and Renaissance architectural elements.
Wildensteiner Wasserfall
One of Europe’s highest free-falling waterfalls, with water dropping 54 meters from a vertical cliff near Gallizien.
grad Pakenštajn
Ruins of a medieval fortification near Šmartno ob Paki, originally built to protect the valley route.
Grad Konjice
Remains of a 12th-century castle on the slopes of Mount Konjiška Gora, featuring a preserved residential tower and defensive walls.
Grad Lemberg
A manor house and former castle site in Lemberg pri Šmarju, with history dating back to the 12th century as a seat of local nobility.
Logar Valley Ski Resort
This resort is not just about skiing. You can go dog sledding, paragliding, clim a frozen waterfall or take a sleigh ride.
Stol
Stol or Hochstuhl, at 2,236 m, is the highest mountain of the Karawanks and straddles the border between Slovenia and Austria.
Kranjska Gora
Central transport hub in the resort town, providing bus connections to Ljubljana, Jesenice, and seasonal shuttle services to Vršič Pass.
Liznjek House
The Liznjek Farm is an ethnographic museum housed in a renovated 18th-century farmhouse, located in the centre of the town of Kranjska Gora…
Wildpark Rosegg
A large wildlife park featuring over 400 animals, including ibex, lynx, and bison, located around the ruins of Rosegg Castle.
Raduha
Raduha is a mountain in the eastern part of Kamnik–Savinja Alps in northern Slovenia.
Roblekov dom
A mountain lodge at 1,657 meters on the Begunjščica ridge, offering panoramic views of the Julian Alps and the Sava Valley.
Prešeren Lodge at Stol
The Prešeren Lodge at Stol is a mountain hut on the southern side of Mt. Stol in the Karawanks, just below the peak of Little Stol.
Obir-Tropfsteinhöhle
A network of stalactite caves discovered during mining operations, featuring unique limestone formations and underground pools accessible via guided tours.
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